Let's walk through the basics of using templates on the free version of Canva.
1. Sign Up or Log In
If you haven't already, go to Canva's website and sign up for a free account using your email, Google, or Facebook account. If you already have an account, simply log in.
2. Choose a Template
Go to your Coffee and Contracts Dashboard and find a template you like, click on the template then select "open in Canva". This will open the template in the Canva editor.
3. Customize Your Template
Editing Text: Click on any text in the template to edit it. You can change the font, size, color, and alignment using the toolbar at the top.
Adding Elements: If you want to add more text, images, shapes, or other elements, click on the options in the left-hand menu. Drag and drop elements onto your template.
Change Images: Click on any image to replace it. We highly recommend uploading your own branding photos.
Adjust Colors: Click on any element (like a background or shape) to change its color. Use the color picker tool in the top toolbar.
Resize and Move Elements: Click and drag elements to move them around or resize them using the corner handles.
Adding new pages: To add a new page after your current page, click + Add page on the upper corner of a page. In thumbnail or grid view click the + button after the last page or when you hover your mouse before or after a page.
Rearranging pages: Click on the up or down arrow icons above your design to move pages up or down.
4. Save Your Work
Auto-Save: Canva automatically saves your work as you go. You can access your designs anytime from the "Your Projects" section on the home screen.
Download: When you’re finished, click on the "Share" button in the top right corner, then select "Download." Choose the format you need (like PNG, JPG, or PDF, MP4), then click "Download" again.
Canva Pro: Setting up Canva for your brand.
From the Canva Home page > Brand Kits in the left-hand column > + Add new in the upper right. Name your brand kit > Create.
> Upload photos, choose fonts and color palets by clicking + Add new in the upper left beside the category you're customizing.
If you do not have Canva Pro, you won't have this feature but that's totally okay because it's still straightforward to edit a template.